Amendment 2 passes: Floridians approve ballot initiative protecting right to hunt and fish

Voters overwhelmingly support measure

Florida voters have overwhelmingly approved Amendment 2, a ballot initiative that protects the right to hunt and fish in the state constitution. The measure passed with 63% of the vote, according to unofficial results from the Florida Division of Elections.

Constitutional protection

Amendment 2 adds language to the state constitution that declares that "the right of the people to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife shall be forever recognized and preserved as a fundamental right in the State of Florida." The measure also prohibits state and local governments from infringing on that right.

Supporters of Amendment 2 argued that it was necessary to protect the rights of hunters and anglers in Florida. They said that the measure would prevent the government from passing laws that could restrict or ban hunting and fishing.

Opponents of Amendment 2 argued that it was unnecessary and that it could lead to increased hunting and fishing pressure on wildlife. They also said that the measure could make it more difficult for the government to manage wildlife populations.

The passage of Amendment 2 is a victory for hunters and anglers in Florida. It will ensure that the right to hunt and fish is protected in the state constitution for generations to come.